Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal Meets Key Health Leaders to Discuss Medical Education Reforms

Islamabad, August 2025 –
In a key meeting aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s healthcare system, Federal Minister for National Health Services Syed Mustafa Kamal met with Director General Health Dr. Ayesha Isani and Deputy Director of PMDC Dr. Farah Mazhar. The discussion centered on crucial reforms in medical education, registration processes, and enhancing the quality of the healthcare workforce.

During the meeting, Minister Kamal emphasized that the improvement of Pakistan's health sector remains a top priority for the government. He stressed the importance of institutional coordination and the need to sustain ongoing reforms to create a more efficient and credible health system.

“Medical education reform and professional registration are essential for ensuring qualified healthcare delivery across Pakistan,” said the Minister. “We must strengthen our systems and collaboration to build a stronger, healthier nation.”

The meeting served as a platform to assess existing gaps and devise strategies that align with global standards. Synergy between the Ministry of Health, PMDC, and other institutions was highlighted as vital to this transformation.

Dr. Ayesha Isani and Dr. Farah Mazhar echoed the minister’s commitment, expressing confidence in the reform process. They also shared insights into streamlining the registration of medical professionals and modernizing training programs to elevate the competency of the national healthcare workforce.

This initiative reflects Mustafa Kamal’s continued efforts to bring digital modernization and structural reforms to key public sectors, a legacy he has upheld since his days as Mayor of Karachi.

As Pakistan moves forward, the Ministry’s push for healthcare excellence is being recognized as a critical step toward national development and improved public service delivery.